Cost of Living in Guilin, China
Guilin is a city in China, where a single person can expect to spend about $671 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $217 per month, or $145 outside the centre. Internet is solid at around 112 Mbps median download speed. On safety, Guilin scores 62/100 — moderately safe for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 92°F and winter highs around 58°F, with roughly 138 sunny days a year.
Guilin Cost of Living Breakdown
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Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Guilin
How Guilin Ranks Among 340 Cities
Of the 340 cities Voyica tracks, Guilin is cheaper than 95% of them, but sits in the bottom 30% for air quality.
| Metric | Guilin | World rank | Rank in Asia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | $671 | #17 of 340 | #10 of 65 |
| Safety | 62/100 | #170 of 340 | #41 of 65 |
| Healthcare | 67/100 | #179 of 340 | #29 of 65 |
| Internet speed | 112 Mbps | #224 of 340 | #38 of 65 |
| Walkability | 50/100 | #210 of 340 | #33 of 65 |
| Public transit | 35/100 | #172 of 340 | #31 of 65 |
| Food scene | 78/100 | #121 of 340 | #42 of 65 |
| Air quality | 76/100 | #241 of 340 | #30 of 65 |
Rank 1 = most affordable, safest, and so on. Computed across every city in Voyica's dataset (June 2026 snapshot); ties share a rank.
Cheaper Alternatives to Guilin
Cities with a similar mix of safety, food, culture, walkability and climate that cost at least 15% less per month than Guilin.
- Kathmandu, Nepal — $431/mo, 36% cheaper, safety 58/100
- Dalat, Vietnam — $520/mo, 23% cheaper, safety 78/100
- Bengaluru, India — $558/mo, 17% cheaper, safety 55/100
- Kampot, Cambodia — $480/mo, 28% cheaper, safety 62/100
Guilin FAQ
How much does it cost to live in Guilin?
A single person should budget around $671 per month in Guilin, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs.
How much is rent in Guilin?
A one-bedroom apartment in central Guilin averages $217 per month, dropping to about $145 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $506.
Is Guilin safe?
Guilin scores 62/100 on safety, which is moderately safe. Tourist safety is rated 82/100.
How fast is the internet in Guilin?
Median download speeds in Guilin are around 112 Mbps — solid for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 5 coworking spaces in the city.
Does China offer a digital nomad visa?
China does not currently offer a dedicated digital nomad visa. US passport holders should check current entry requirements before traveling.
What is the weather like in Guilin?
Guilin sees summer highs around 92°F and winter highs near 58°F, with about 138 mostly sunny days a year and at least 1 mm of rain on about 126 days.
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